Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand Pledge $100 Million To Fight Social Injustice

Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand have pledged $100,000,000 USD over the next decade in support of black communities. Following in the footsteps of Nike, Inc’s $40,000,000 USD donation — split between the Swoosh, the Jumpman, and Converse — Jordan’s funds will go to organizations that ensure racial equality and social justice as well as help provide greater access to education for underprivileged children.The President of Jordan Brand, Craig Williams, said in an statement:“Through our Jordan Wings Program, we have been focused on providing access to education, mentorship and opportunity for Black youth facing the obstacles of systemic racism. But we know we can do more. In addition to the investment from NIKE Inc., we are announcing a joint commitment from Michael Jordan and Jordan Brand to donate $100 million over the next 10 years. We must join forces with the community, government and civic leaders to create a lasting impact together. There is still more work for us to do to drive real impact for the Black community. We embrace the responsibility.”You might also like:How Does Supreme’s Ostensible Demarketing Strategy Works ?!Apart from Williams’ quote and Michael Jordan’s statement on George Floyd’s death earlier this week, Jordan Brand also made an official announcement, which can be viewed in its entirety below.Jordan Brand is us, the Black Community.Jordan Brand is more than one man. It has always been a family. We represent a proud family that has overcome obstacles, fought against discrimination in communities worldwide and that works every day to erase the stain of racism and the damage of injustice. The will, the work, the excellence the world has come to know is the result of one generation after another, pouring their dreams into the next.

Stüssy Stands Firm Against Systemic Racism With Special Release

Joining numerous brands in support of the #BlackLivesMatter movement, Stüssy has now put together its stand against systemic racism. Noting that now is the time for action, the End Racism T-Shirt is a call for people to stand firm against the injustice that plagues the United States and the world.Available in black and white, the special release is centered around Stüssy signature handstyle and features “STAND FIRM” printed on the front, while “END RACISM NOW!!” marks the rear. 100 percent of all profits generated from the sale of the T-shirt will be split evenly between Black Lives Matter and the Equal Justice Initiative.You might also like:How Does Supreme’s Ostensible Demarketing Strategy Works ?!

Did You Know You Can Buy a Giant Psyduck Plush Pokemon

Following the release of life-sized Pikachu and Meowth plushes, the official Pokémon merch store, Pokémon Center, is now selling a 1:1 scale Psyduck plush.Standing 80 cm in height and weighing over 4 kg, the incredibly large soft toy is an accurate representation of the iconic Pokémon that resembles a duck or bipedal platypus. Captured in its signature yellow, the plush features three thick strands of hair, a cream-colored beak and webbed feet, along with stubby legs and tails. As usual, the plush also shows Psyduck bracing its head with vacant eyes as a result of its stunning headache.Priced at ¥30,800 JPY (approximately $281 USD), the 1:1 scale Psyduck plush is available now exclusively from the Pokémon Center.You might also like:How Does Supreme’s Ostensible Demarketing Strategy Works ?!In case you missed it, “The Isle of Armor/The Crown Tundra” Pokémon Sword/Shield expansion is releasing this month.